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STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) - Kit Kat' Death Star Surface Piece

Currency:GBP Category:Memorabilia / Movie - Props Start Price:1,000.00 GBP Estimated At:2,000.00 - 3,000.00 GBP
STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) - Kit Kat' Death Star Surface Piece
A ‘Kit Kat’ Death Star surface piece from George Lucas’ Star Wars: A New Hope. This piece was part of a miniature set of the Death Star’s immense surface, and was used for medium-altitude shots in which fighters flew over the Imperial station during the Rebel assault.

This variety of surface panel was sometimes referred to during production as the ‘Kit Kat’ piece, due to its distinctive shape. Designed and built by Industrial Light & Magic’s model miniature department, the construction of the Death Star miniatures was a massive undertaking, as the sequence called for a vast battlefield consisting of unique surface panels.

Constructed from dense biscuit foam, the surface comprises four connected squares decorated with cast-in greeblies to create an industrial patchwork of parts. The piece is painted black.

The surface shows minor wear due to production use and age, with some chipping to the biscuit foam, but the miniature remains in very fine condition. Dimensions: 28.5 cm x 9 cm x 10 cm (11” x 3 ½” x 4”)

£3,000-5,000

VAT Status - Omega